1965 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 564 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Corsa (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat 500 | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 500 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
